UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist
Being added to the list does not automatically carry specific punitive measures such as sanctions, although public naming and shaming can cause significant reputational damage for the states involved
Wonderkid Sooryavanshi recovers from head blow to hit 96
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again stars in the Indian Premier League with a brilliant 96 off 47 balls in the second qualifier.
Indonesia, Tajikistan deepen cooperation across key sectors
Indonesia and Tajikistan have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing more concrete and impactful bilateral ...
Indonesia expands housing aid to nearly 9,000 Sulawesi homes
Indonesia launched its 2026 self-help housing assistance program across Sulawesi on Friday, allocating aid for ...
Danantara Sumber Indonesia won't profit from CPO export policy: Gov't
Deputy Minister of Agriculture Sudaryono stressed that PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI) does not benefit ...
Japan contribute US$565.4 thousand to support regional cooperation
Japan has contributed JPY90.1 million (US$565.4 thousand) to support regional cooperation on clean, resilient and ...
What Does Quads New Surveillance Initiative Mean for Indian Ocean Security?
An Indian Ocean-focused initiative is welcome. But it will need to support a democratic information-sharing culture, if it is to attract participation from all regional countries.
Indonesia prepares 24,000 hectares in Java for 100 GW solar project
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning (ATR) ...
Penpa Tserings Re-election and the Institutional Future of the Tibetan Movement
The Tibetan movement has long been dependent on the personal moral authority of the Dalai Lama. In a post-Dalai Lama world, the Central Tibetan Administration will need to step up.
Indonesia pushes gastronomic tourism to boost competitiveness
Improvement in gastronomic tourism services is considered important in strengthening Indonesia's tourism ...
An average of 11 children were killed or injured every 24 hours in Lebanon over the past week, according to UNICEF
Guatemalan President denies deal allowing U.S. anti-drug operations
The President of Guatemala denied reports suggesting the country had reached an agreement with the United States on anti-drug trafficking strikes.
How the China-US Reset Recasts the Quad
With the shift in China-U.S. relations, India is emerging as the strategic cog in the U.S. wheel, Pakistan as a tactical partner, NATO as the anchor of the Atlantic alliance, and the Quad as a tool to serve the IndoPacific.
What the world can learn from China's poverty reduction
In 2021, China declared a landmark achievement: the eradication of absolute poverty, following a decades-long effort ...
Indonesia pushes faster investment in industrial estates
The Indonesian Industrial Estate Association (HKI) is encouraging accelerated investment in the development of national ...
Indonesia keeps fuel price unchanged despite dollar surge
Indonesias subsidized fuel prices, including Pertalite and biodiesel, will remain unchanged despite the rupiah ...
Gov't drafts gender mainstreaming guideline in palm oil sector
The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection has initiated the drafting of gender mainstreaming ...
Papua regions asked to improve special autonomy fund management
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Ribka Haluk asked all regional heads in Papua to improve governance in the management of ...
-Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation(Toshiba) has expanded its lineup of digital ...
Indonesia-France business council to boost trade, investment: Kadin
The establishment of France-Indonesia High-Level Business Council (FI-HLBC) will strengthen bilateral trade and ...
Gov't strengthens collaboration on STEM education with the US
The Higher Education, Science, and Technology Ministry has reaffirmed the governments commitment to ...
Indonesian Red Cross ships emergency aid to Iran
The Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) is sending medicines and emergency medical supplies to Iran following strikes by the ...
Minister pushes multi-business forestry to support productive forests
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni has encouraged the implementation of multi-business forestry (MUK) to promote forest ...
Indonesia, South Korea varsities advance AI, research collaboration
The University of Indonesia (UI) and South Korea's Kyungpook National University (KNU) are committed to advancing ...
Biometric registration for new mobile phone number starts July 1
The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs officially announced that SIM (subscriber identity module) card ...
Jewelry industry remains strong amid gold price surge: Ministry
The Ministry of Industry has emphasized that the national jewelry industry continues to show strong market potential ...
Indonesia, China Hebei Province deepen smart technology ties
The Indonesian government and Hebei Province, China, are deepening cooperation on industrial supply chains and ...
Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested
Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.
Prabowo instructs French language learning at all school levels
President Prabowo Subianto initiated the expansion of French language learning at all levels of education in Indonesia ...
VP Gibran ensures gov't continues to improve tourism quality
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has assured that the government continues to be present to improve the quality of ...
Haier x Department of Physical Education Kicks Off 'DPE x Haier CUP 2026'
Haier, the world's No.1 Smart Home enterprise and the world's No.1 major appliance brand for 17 consecutive ...
Binggrae to Participate in THAIFEX 2026, Asia's Largest Food Trade Exhibition
Binggrae, South Korea's leading food company, announced its participation in THAIFEX Anuga Asia 2026, ...
i2Cool's Electricity-Free Cooling Film Applied at Dorsett Putrajaya
i2Cool has completed the installation of its i2Film Electricity-free Cooling Film at Dorsett Putrajaya, helping the ...
Makera, an innovator in desktop CNC manufacturing, showcased its upcomingMakera Z1scheduled to ...
APEC Suzhou Moment: A Symphony of Economic Consensus and Jiangnan Poetic Charm
From May 22 to 23, the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting was held ...
The Executive Centre to Open Premium Workspace at 400 George, Expanding its Sydney CBD Footprint
The Executive Centre (TEC), Asia Pacifics leading premium flexible workspace provider, announced the ...
Resilient Demand Drives Hong Kong Exports Amid Headwinds
Hong Kongs merchandise exports rose by 42.9% year-on-year to HK$620.9 billion in April 2026, according to ...
TR Capital Portfolio Company Pharmacity Raises Growth Capital from LeapFrog Investments
TR Capital, a leading secondary private equity investor, today announced that its portfolio company, Pharmacity, ...
RI-France strengthen synergy in defense, economy sectors
French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen its strategic relationship with Indonesia into ...
Prabowo attends state banquet hosted by Macron at Elysee Palace
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attended a state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Salle ...
Prabowo says Indonesia-France ties at highest level ever
Indonesia-France bilateral relationship are currently at their highest level ever, Indonesian President Prabowo ...
Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C
As temperatures peak, Delhis informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.
Prabowo backs new France-Indonesia Business Council
President Prabowo Subianto welcomed the establishment of the France-Indonesia High-Level Business Council as a ...
Indonesia, France back two-state solution for Palestinian independence
President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia and France share similar views on Middle East stability, backing a two-state ...
Prabowo begins France state visit with Elysee ceremony
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto was welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron ...
Govt involves automotive component SMEs in EV ecosystem
Indonesia is bringing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) producing automotive components into the electric vehicle ...
China to send military scholars to key defence summit
The meeting has historically offered rare opportunities for senior officials to hold face-to-face talks, and will be attended by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this year.
Pertamina adds nine million subsidized LPG cylinders for Eid al-Adha
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has added nine million subsidized three-kilogram LPG cylinders nationwide to secure supplies ...
Indonesia to develop first wind energy conversion project in Batam
Indonesia is backing its first wind energy conversion project in Batam as part of efforts to expand renewable energy ...
Pertamina Kalimantan wins global CSR awards in Thailand
Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan received international recognition after winning multiple awards at the 18th ...
Aceh seeks UAE investment for green energy and tourism
Aceh Deputy Governor Fadhlullah is exploring investment cooperation with the United Arab Emirates in environmental, ...
Indonesia Travel Fair 2026 targets Rp60 billion in transactions
Indonesia Travel Fair 2026 will return for its 21st edition under the theme The World on Sale is Back, ...
Shaky ceasefire in Iran war challenged again as Kuwait faces a missile attack
Tensions in West Asia escalated again after Kuwait said it intercepted incoming missiles and drones, with the U.S. blaming Iran for breaching a ceasefire
Sumatra post-disaster management reaches permanent recovery phase
Indonesia has entered the permanent recovery phase following late-2025 floods and landslides in Aceh, North Sumatra and ...
Will the EU Develop a Pragmatic Strategy Toward Afghanistan?
Afghanistans path to international recognition and fuller participation in the global community depends, in part, on the approach the European Union chooses to take.
Indonesia prepares delegation for global labor talks
Indonesia is preparing a tripartite delegation ahead of the 114th International Labor Conference in Geneva in June, ...
Human rights bill must not harm Komnas HAM's independence: lawmaker
A senior lawmaker said revisions to Indonesias human rights law must not undermine the independence of the ...
Indonesia maintains SPHP rice prices despite weak rupiah
Indonesia's National Food Agency (Bapanas) said rice prices under the government's Food Price and Supply ...
Indonesia pushes mass transit to cut fuel subsidy costs
The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation is pushing for the strengthening of urban mass transit systems to slash fuel ...
Mathew Perry became a major TV star along with Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow on Friends, NBC's megahit sitcom that ran from 1994 to 2004
Indonesia prioritizes construction of new schools in 3T remote regions
The Primary and Secondary Education Ministry is prioritizing proposals for the construction of new schools in frontier, ...
Defense minister ensures readiness of TNI development battalions
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Deputy Commander General Tandyo Budi ...
Indonesia touts water security as foundation for defense, development
Indonesias deputy foreign minister said water security has become a strategic pillar of global development and ...
Minister highlights equal education rights for children nationwide
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Muti reaffirmed the governments commitment to ensuring ...
Indonesia warns of digital economy threats to water
Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir warned of emerging threats to global water security amid rapid ...
Indonesia stresses humane fertility care to support TFR
An Indonesian health official said humane and advanced fertility care is needed to help maintain the country's ...
Indonesia tightens import controls to shield domestic industries
Indonesia is strengthening import controls through tighter regulations, stricter oversight, and digitalized trade ...
Indonesia prepares anti-radicalism education for children
The Indonesian government is preparing targeted educational measures after reports showed 112 students in 26 provinces ...
Hacking claims, mismatched answer-sheets: Controversies rock school exam in India
Students blame the CBSE's newly-launched digital evaluation system used for marking this year's Grade 12 exams.
Ministry prepares workforce for Batam AI data center investment
Indonesias Ministry of Transmigration has voiced readiness to prepare qualified human resources to support the ...
Indonesia seeks to learn from China's poverty alleviation programs
Indonesia wants to learn from China's poverty alleviation programs to improve its own efforts to reduce poverty, a ...
Defense minister, TNI deputy chief mark Eid al-Adha in West Papua
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Deputy Commander General Tandyo Budi ...
Indonesia joins leadership of China-backed global poverty forum
Indonesia renewed its commitment to global poverty alleviation initiatives as it assumed the role of deputy chair at ...
Palace calls Prabowo's animal sacrifice program government aid
President Prabowo Subiantos nationwide animal sacrifice for this years Eid al-Adha represents a routine ...
Iran says war unlikely as Trump warns he may finish the job
Iran and the U.S. have traded threats for weeks while negotiating through Pakistani mediation
Sooryavanshi, 15, stuns again in IPL eliminator
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produces his latest extraordinary innings by hitting 97 from just 29 balls in the Indian Premier League eliminator.
Iran says U.S., Israel goal still to overthrow Islamic republic
The Ministry said it received intelligence that the U.S. and Israel would seek to intensify economic pressure, create divisions in the country among religious and ethnic groups and carry out sabotage and other errorist operations.
WHO warns of 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war in DR Congo
Neighbouring Uganda, which has recorded seven cases of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola responsible for the outbreak, announced it was shutting its border with the DRC with immediate effect.
President Prabowo celebrates Eid al-Adha with Indonesians in Paris
President Prabowo Subianto performed this years Eid al-Adha prayer in Paris, on Wednesday, to commemorate the ...
Mogu Mogu Launches Global Campaign Wanna Skip? You Gotta Chew to Engage Gen Z Worldwide
Sappe Public Company Limited (SAPPE), a leading innovator in beverages from Thailand and the creator of the ...
'European Dairy from Ireland' Responds to Growing Demand for Functional Nutrition
The European Union is strengthening its engagement with Singapore as a regional hub for advanced food ...
RI emphasizes adherence to int'l law to address Palestinian issue
Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono emphasized the significance of adherence to international law and the ...
India's 'unsafe' 70ft Messi statue to be moved
A giant statue of Argentina legend Lionel Messi is set to be taken down in India over safety concerns after it is spotted swaying in the wind.
The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard
Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
Human Rights Watch says U.S. deported thousands of Cubans, Venezuelans to danger in Mexico
More than half of the Cubans deported had a criminal record, but only 16% were for violent crimes, according to the researchers and one-fourth had no criminal history
Indonesia sends 8,633 officers to monitor Eid al-Adha animal slaughter
Indonesias Agriculture Ministry has deployed 8,633 veterinary officers nationwide to monitor sacrificial animals ...
Indonesian police seek Interpol Red Notice for PMI smuggling suspect
The Soekarno-Hatta Airport Police of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police have filed a Red Notice with the International ...
Sumatra grid upgrade seen key to power resilience: Puskepi
The Center for Public Policy Studies (Puskepi) said strengthening Sumatras electricity backbone is critical to ...
Indonesia expands creative economy infrastructure push
Indonesias Creative Economy Ministry is exploring partnerships with government agencies, private companies and ...
Surabaya balances tradition, safety for Eid al-Adha
As Eid al-Adha nears in Surabaya, mosque courtyards are being cleaned, tents erected and knives sharpened. Behind ...
